To complement this artfully mysterious monograph I have created the “Lost Word” cocktail.  The tipple is a tribute to the Last Word cocktail, a well known prohibition era potion which originated in 1920’s Detroit and was made famous by a vaudeville actor known for his monologues.  In the Last Word, maraschino liqueur is used to sweeten the drink.  I exchanged this for apricot liqueur, in homage to Kamei and Uchiyama who also collaborated on another puzzle box masterpiece called “Apricot”.  

The Lost Word Cocktail - it's the last word in book puzzle boxes

The “Lost Word” gives this classic cocktail a new modern spin and the result is highly enjoyable.  Try one and get lost in a good book – just don’t save the recipe in this book puzzle, you may never find it again!

The Lost Word Cocktail:

¾ oz gin

¾ oz green Chartreuse

¾ oz apricot liqueur

¾ oz fresh lime juice

Shake together over ice, strain and serve straight up with your favorite book

Get Lost in a Good Book!